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Mata'Zamo cliffside cabin, 1000 acres hiking trails, farm animals, family fun!

Glen Rose vacation home with kitchen

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Glen Rose, TX
  • Place, Dinosaur Valley State Park
  • Place, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
  • Place, Paluxy River

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About the area

Glen Rose

In Glen Rose .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Granbury Medical Center. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Barnard's Mill and Somervell County Museum.
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Getting around

  • Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loco Coyote - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Boot Scootin - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Rough Creek Lodge - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Fossil Rim Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mr B's Restauraunt - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mata'Zamo cliffside cabin, 1000 acres hiking trails, farm animals, family fun!

Brand New COWBOY POOL open March 2026!

Located at High Hope Ranch, Mata Z'amo is connected to the 1000 acres of protected. Meaning "Up High" in Swahili, Mata Z'amo cabin is perched on a cliffside lending our guests epic views of the hill country. Enjoy dark skies, wolves howling at dusk from Fossil Rim, and over 20 miles of hiking trails.

Sleeps up to 8- 2 bunkbeds & upstairs master loft with a queen & trundle bed.

Livestock (including cattle, chickens, pigs, goats, ranch dogs Rosie and Popeye, and the guard donkey, Zoey) roam the ranch. We ask kindly that you not approach the cattle or chickens, but the rest are all very keen on head scratches and pets!

Chances are you'll see deer, armadillos, and lots of wild birds. We sometimes see other native wildlife like such as quail, turkey, coyote, feral hogs, foxes, and bobcats.

This is a non-smoking, drug-free house. Ash trays are provided on the porch. Burn bans are often in effect, please check with host before starting campfires.

We do host retreats, family reunions, parties, and weddings. Please ask about our day use rates and other facilities available for groups.

Guests have access to all 1000 acres with 20+ miles of hiking trails and landmarks like the Stone Circle, Star Pad, Goat Cave, Sunset Cliff, and are of course welcome to arrange a tour to visit the working Farm on property.

Guests have access to our on site Farm Store where they can stock up on essentials like ranch raised meat, drinks, canned food items like jellies, jams, pickles, salsa, and other snacks. All food is grown or made on site with organic practices and values. Open by appointment only! Every purchase goes towards supporting young farmers and land conservation. We appreciate your support!We are offering vacation rental homes as a way to finance preserving High Hope's wildlife sanctuary, we appreciate your support by staying with us!!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Dogs on leashes when outside!

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have an open staircase!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Ask about our event actions and pricing

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Ask about our event actions and pricing
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. Note from host: Ask about our event actions and pricing For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Mata'Zamo cliffside cabin, 1000 acres hiking trails, farm animals, family fun! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property for us and enjoyed being out in the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Corey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful visit!! Recommend 100%.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chase C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BROOKE R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation

We had such a great time here! The cabin is beautiful and just as described. The view was amazing and getting to explore was fun. We saw tons of deer and of course the cows and goats! Our kids loved it! We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ELISA C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect and Peaceful!

Our stay was perfect and peaceful! Our cabin was in a secluded part of the ranch and it has amazing views. Our group was able to help feed the ranch animals nightly, which the children really enjoyed. We witnessed Zoey, the donkey, laugh! Overall, this is perfect get away from the city life and we will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for a family getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our Mata ‘Zamo, the cabin, the scenery, the hiking…we can’t wait to go back ! 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyson H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always love Mata’zamo!

This is our second stay at High Hopes ranch! We enjoyed it so much the first time we knew we had to come back even if it took a few years. Everything was perfect for our family of 5!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved It!!!

This is definitely one of our favorite stays! The house and views were absolutely beautiful and our kids loved exploring the trails!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kellan B., Fort Worth, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

We are definitely coming back!

We are definitely coming back! My five-year-old son has not stopped talking about our trip since we got back. Sandy is awesome. Maintenance of the property was impeccable. The house was incredibly clean, and had everything you could ever need to enjoy your trip. And, the proximity to fossil rim dinosaur Valley state park was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

My kids loved the house and beg me to come back every year (we have visited the twice now). Peaceful and quiet, friendly and helpful staff— we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

Beautiful, quiet setting away from the city. Great place to spend time with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Took me back to my childhood running around my grandparents acreage up north. Very peaceful, no tv or other electronic distractions. Just like other reviews, kids 5 and under did not want to leave. Would be great vaca spot any time of year. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A time to reconnect

We had an amazing time reconnecting as a family and exploring the property. There is so much to explore on the property or just relax on the top deck and look out over the serene forest. Kids enjoyed sunsets and sundaes on the balcony. We found fossils and fed goats thanks to our amazing hostess. If you need a get away definatly check this out. I will miss the nightly conversations starring out at a sky full of stars. Also dog friendly so we were able to bring the fur babies along for the trip and all the hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Weekend Getaway

Our stay at Mata ‘Zamo was wonderful! The house was secluded on the property, and we did not even have to leave the property to get our fill of hiking and nature. All throughout the weekend, I was texting Sandi and asking her questions, and she always responded. She was very helpful. The house was clean, neat, and beautifully furnished. We already want to go back again! Thanks for a wonderful weekend of memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful escape from the city

Great view and many activities to do in the property and in the surroundings. Enjoyed the stars when having a campfire. If you enjoy nature this is a great place to be, we loved it! We are already planning to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views and a unique Fossil Rim experience!

This property was remote, and would have been difficult to find without the amazing communication and help from Sandara. She was available to provide a personal tour and provided useful information about the trails on the property specific to our group. The house was well-appointed, and had just what we needed for a stay with four adults and four kids. The property and the sunsets were beautiful. Everyone had a wonderful stay. I'm already trying to figure out when we can make a return visit to explore more of the beautiful trails around Mata'Zamo. Thanks again for a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Time

My family (includes 2 boys 2 and 5) had such a nice, relaxing adventurous time here. We enjoyed walking the trails, exploring Goat Cave, watching the sunset and relaxing at the house. We went to Fossil Rim twice and had a different, fun experience each time. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing weekend!!!

From booking the reservation to arrival To the amazing views and hikes, this weekend get away could not have been better! Hiking was so fun! We didn't feel like we were blazing our own trail and yet it was not like walking on a paved sidewalk. It was the right blend of nature and comfort with a touch of adventure. Can’t wait to return!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful, beautiful, and fun!

I took my daughter to High Hope Ranch as a Christmas present. It was even better in person! This place is so well planned out. Beautiful hikes. Scenery that’s just beautiful no matter the weather. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had everything. My daughter is already planning to come back next year she loved it so much. I can’t wait to come back with a group. Fossil Rim is a must do too! Get the guided tour. It was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rodger M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

Sandy and Marcia made our stay so easy and enjoyable. My kids got to feed goats and go on nice walks. The communication was excellent and the property and views are pretty epic. We will he back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bob T., Duncanville, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed a great weekend.

Every thing was excellent. House is well equipped. Hiking trails are marked and enjoyable. A very quiet time.

10/10 Excellent

Rev S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing (again!)

This was our second trip and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time. Beautifully designed home in a gorgeous setting. The managers are always a delight to work with. Something tells me we are going to make this an annual family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

Best ever

This place is truly amazing! And Sandy was so nice and helpful. True relaxing happens here (even with 3 kids -ha). The kids loved feeding the goats; and the wild flowers were amazing mid April! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elias G.

It was a great relaxing experience for our family.

Mata’Zamo is a charming and comfortable cabin in a very scenic place. The hiking trails are great, and you can enjoy a most beautiful sunset from the balcony. Overall feeling is one of tranquility yet very close to the amenities that nearby towns (20 minutes far drive) offer. We stayed over the weekend and plan to come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Great views, very private and quiet. Highly recommend!

We had an amazing weekend getaway at High Hope Ranch, a perfect escape from Dallas to wide open space with great walking trails. Our boys (2 and 4) can’t wait to come back again to see their friend, Speckles the goat. Sandy, the property manager is so welcoming and accomodating. The house was immaculate and stocked with toys, games, and all of the kitchen supplies we needed. We will definitely be coming back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019